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Artificial intelligence

Anthropic Unveils "Claude Duet" AI Agent for Background Task Execution

Anthropic has announced the launch of the Claude Duet AI agent, powered by the Claude Opus 5.5 model, which operates in the background to monitor emails, calendars, execute tasks, and coordinate applications for professionals and small businesses.

2026-10-22

Privacy and Technology Policies

Major AI companies intensify lobbying spending in Washington

OpenAI, Anthropic, and Nvidia recorded record figures in political lobbying spending during the third quarter of 2026, amid their efforts to shape regulatory policies related to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

2026-10-22

Medical Technologies

Microsoft develops AI system that outperforms doctors in medical diagnosis

Microsoft has revealed a diagnostic tool powered by multi-agent artificial intelligence that demonstrated accuracy surpassing human doctors in benchmark tests, with plans to begin real-world clinical trials soon.

2026-10-22

Cybersecurity

PHP2Shell Vulnerabilities: How is AI Changing the Rules of the Game in Cybersecurity?

The PHP2Shell vulnerabilities have revealed a new technical challenge regarding AI's ability to discover security flaws at a faster pace than developers can patch them, placing unprecedented pressure on open-source software communities.

2026-10-22

Energy and Green Technologies

Solar Energy and Battery Storage Lower Wholesale Electricity Prices in Texas and California

A recent report by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) shows that the expansion of solar energy projects and battery storage systems has contributed to lowering wholesale electricity prices in Texas and California over the past five years, despite rising demand and heatwaves.

2026-10-22

Cybersecurity

Arista Issues Urgent Security Updates to Address Zero-Day Vulnerability in VeloCloud Orchestrator

Arista Networks has released security updates to address a critical zero-day vulnerability targeting VeloCloud Orchestrator management platform deployments, with reports confirming exploitation in active attacks.

2026-10-22

Electric Cars

General Motors renews commitment to electric vehicles and autonomous driving through smart OnStar technologies and LMR batteries

During the GM Forward event, General Motors announced its plans to expand autonomous driving technologies and integrate an AI-powered smart assistant, alongside adopting the fourth-generation lower-cost LMR batteries.

2026-10-22

Technologies

Synopsys and Ansys Technology Integration: A New Era in AI-Powered Engineering Simulation

During the Ansys Simulation World 2026 conference in Japan, Synopsys and Ansys showcased the integration of their technologies to enhance engineering design efficiency through the combination of artificial intelligence and multiphysics simulation.

2026-10-22

Consumer Electronics and Technology

Apple Explains Design Philosophy of HomeView Device: Simplicity and Generative AI

Apple revealed its strategy behind the new HomeView device, emphasizing that the focus is on reducing verbal interaction with the Siri voice assistant and facilitating smart home control through natural commands.

2026-10-22

Apps & Platforms

Fortnite returns to Apple App Store in Australia by court order

Fortnite returns to the Apple App Store in Australia following a court order requiring the company to accept Epic Games' applications, ending the exception that the Australian market had experienced.

2026-10-22

Artificial intelligence

NVIDIA Unveils DSX POD Packages for Building AI Factories and OpenShell Architecture for Security

During the GTC Berlin conference, NVIDIA announced the DSX POD system to accelerate the launch of AI factories, in addition to the OpenShell architecture to ensure the security of intelligent agents and new open models.

2026-10-22

Medical Technologies

Anthropic Opens Research Collaboration for Scientists to Use Claude Models in Life Sciences

Anthropic has launched a new program to host life sciences researchers to work directly with its experts, aiming to harness Claude models in the fields of drug discovery and computational biology.

2026-10-21

Cloud Computing and Data Centers

AI Data Center Expansion in Texas Threatens to Erase Decades of Air Quality Gains

A recent report warns that the massive energy demand for new data centers in Texas could lead to a sharp rise in carbon emissions and air pollutants, returning pollution levels to where they were two decades ago.

2026-10-21

Robotics and Automation

Tesla Begins Production of Optimus Humanoid Robot Amid 43% Drop in Profits

Tesla has announced the start of production for its Optimus humanoid robot at its California factory, at a time when the company's profits experienced a sharp decline due to rising expenses directed toward artificial intelligence and self-driving technologies.

2026-10-21

Gaming & XR

Closure of BioWare Studio and Layoff of 400 Employees as Part of EA's Comprehensive Restructuring

Electronic Arts has announced the closure of the legendary BioWare studio and the layoff of 400 employees, alongside the cancellation of major projects such as Mass Effect 5, as part of a plan to cut operating costs.

2026-10-21

Cloud Computing and Data Centers

Tech Alliance Launches "Raplase RCA" Service to Run Custom AI via Refurbished GPU Servers

Xtreme-D, TES-AMM JAPAN, and Cornelis Networks have announced the launch of the "Raplase RCA" infrastructure service, enabling companies to build private AI environments using refurbished GPU servers starting from a single processor with a flexible subscription.

2026-10-21

Medical Technologies

Abbott Announces Spin-off of Nutrition Business to Focus on Medical Technologies and Devices

Abbott Laboratories has announced a plan to spin off its nutrition business into an independent company by the end of 2027, aiming to focus fully on higher-growth medical devices, diagnostics, and technology sectors.

2026-10-21

Medical Technologies

Growth in da Vinci Surgical Procedures Slows in the U.S. Despite Third-Quarter Revenue Increase

Intuitive reported a slowdown in the growth of da Vinci surgical system procedures in the U.S. to 10% during the third quarter, amid plans to adjust pricing and increase reliance on robotics in benign general surgeries.

2026-10-21